New Year in Finland

New Year in Finland can become a true winter fairy tale if you decide in advance for yourself a few important questions.

The most important is the time of the planned trip. A long rest, with the "capture" of the Christmas week, will plunge into the atmosphere of the main European holiday and will prepare for the meeting on December 31. However, do not forget that during Christmas, brisk Finnish streets will be quiet for a few days, cultural attractions, and just shops will become inaccessible to visitors. For residents of the northern country these days are an opportunity to be with family and remember old biblical events in a quiet home environment

Finns are not the most religious people . However, like many centuries ago, a part of the population, the vast majority of whom Lutherans are going to, for Christmas services in churches and participate in various events . Moreover, for Lutherans the preparation for the holiday begins in a few weeks . One of the traditions is the so-called "Little Christmas" (Pikkujoulu), grown up from women's gatherings, in the family of which, during a pleasant conversation, created Christmas-tree toys themselves . Today, under the auspices of Piku-Yol, various corporate parties are held, with indispensable gingerbread and ginger drinks, a Christmas drink .

Place of celebration

Next question that needs to be addressed , - the place of celebrating the New Year. If it is a question of family rest, then one of the options is renting a house in a cottage community or in a place remote from civilization. The immediate proximity of ski resorts, spa centers or large cities will help diversify leisure and make a note of noisy fun in the measured pace of suburban life, but will also significantly increase the rent that already reaches the maximum limits during this period.

Usually families with young children choose Lapland, surroundings Rovaniemi . The reasons are quite understandable . It is here that the famous village of Santa Claus, the birthplace of all Santa Clauses, with an amusement park, the Arctic Zoo Rauna, a canine and deer farm on a sleigh harnessed by these wonder beasts, one of the main local entertainments) . If you want to save a little, then in the quality of a possible neighbor, you can choose a large ski resort of Levi, in the west of Lapland . From here it's easy enough to go for one day on a visit to Santa Claus by renting a car or buying a tour . Also near the resort is the snow village of Lainio . She is known for her ice sculptures . Here you can spend a night in the Snowy Hotel and taste drinks from ice glasses at the local bar . Gr The ticket to work from 10 . 00 to 22 . 00 . The cost of admission: 10 EUR for an adult .

The ski resort of Saariselkä is also located near Rovaniemi and is one of the tourist destinations. The only thing is to book everything in advance, because before the high season there are only huge cottages for 8-12 people at the disposal of holidaymakers

Finnish frosts are no less cruel to the population than Russian ones, therefore it is necessary to stock up with felt boots, thermal underwear and warm top clothes

Village of Santa Claus

If it's not about your own accommodation, then a package with already well-known entertainment and accommodation in the hotel or on the ferry during the New Year's cruise can always be purchased from the travel agency . Usually a festive journey by sea passes not only through Finnish cities, but also through other Scandinavian countries . Among the mandatory stops are the capital of Helsinki and the main Christmas city of the country Turku . This honorary title was received last in the mid-90s of the 20th century . @ New Year's Eve dinner and special show program - indispensable ingredients .

New Year's Eve in the city

Helsinki or any other large Finnish city during the New Year holidays is festive illumination, beautifully decorated fir trees and showcases, winter sales, fireworks 31 de and a solemn event on the Senate Square. Book a table in the restaurant better in advance, as most establishments are closed. January 1, practically nothing works, so it is advisable to decide before the visit what can be done at this time.

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Christmas Helsinki

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